Rebuildable Steel Breathers

Rebuildable Steel Breathers were designed specifically for applications where there are very high temperatures, extremely polluted air, or a corrosive environment. They are ruggedly designed, with housings of powder-coated carbon steel or stainless. The hygroscopic agent (desiccant) is enclosed in a bag of polypropylene filter material. This desiccant bag filter is easily installed when it is time to replace or recharge the unit. The 1-micron pleated filter has a large surface area, resulting in long service life. Like the bag filter, it is easily replaced without removing the breather from service. Rebuildable Steel Breathers accommodate large air flow rates with minimal pressure drops.

HOW IT WORKS…

As wet, contaminated air is drawn through the unit, the hydrophilic agent extracts moisture and a 1-micron microglass pleated filter element removes solid particulate. When the air is expelled from the container, the foam pad cleans itself by releasing dirt back into the atmosphere. The hydrophilic agent is partially reactivated by the dry air passing back through, thereby permitting longer periods between replacing components (or rebuilding).

REBUILDABLE STEEL BREATHER MODELS

Elimination of water contamination in oil and other fluids

Elimination of rust and corrosion inside the container

Increased oil and filter life

Reduced abrasive wear, down-time, and repair costs

Improved lubricant performance

Eliminates chemical reactions, or spoilage

More reliable equipment performance

ACCESSORIES & MOUNTING METHODS

Since all Des-Case Rebuildable Steel Breathers are designed with standard NPT pipe threads for mounting, these units can be installed in nearly any application with reducers, adapters, etc.

CUSTOMIZABLE OPTIONS

REBUILD KITS-REBUILDABLE STEEL BREATHERS

Rebuild kits can be ordered for all Rebuildable Steel Breathers. Rebuild kits are available in a variety of materials to meet any specific chemical compatibility, application, and/or environmental needs.